Thomas Sandison
| Born | 7 May 1855, Lerwick |
|---|---|
| Died | 9 June 1930, Unst |
| Elections | 3 (3 won) |
| Bayanne | Genealogy page |
Thomas Johnson Sandison son of Alexander Sandison was a County Councillor for Unst South between 1898 and 1901 and Yell North between 1906 and 1907, before finally returning to Unst South, serving from 1907 until 1910. His dad Alexander Sandison and brother John was were both councillors.
Biography
Thomas joined his father's business at a young age and spent his career there. He was a church Elder and a member of the School Board.
When he died he left an estate valued £9,350, worth about £515k in 2024.
Political Career
| Year | Election | Council | Votes | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1898 | County Council Election December 1898 (Unst South) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
| 1906 | Yell North County Council By-Election March 1906 (Yell North) | Zetland County Council | Unanimously appointed | Elected |
| 1907 | County Council Election December 1907 (Unst South) | Zetland County Council | Unopposed | Elected |
Offices Held
Zetland County Council
